Author(s):
Priyanka Kumari, Jasvinder Kaur
Email(s):
bhukarpriyanka66@gmail.com , sanvii53@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/0974-4150.2025.00026 
Address:
Priyanka Kumari1, Jasvinder Kaur2*
1Research Scholar, Chemistry Department, Apex University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
2Associate Professor, Chemistry Department, Apex University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 18,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
Soil is the foundation of agriculture, essential for plant growth and overall agricultural productivity. It provides nutrients, water, and air, supports plant roots, and influences soil texture and structure, all crucial for healthy crops. Sustainable soil management practices are vital for ensuring long-term food security and maintaining healthy ecosystems. Soil's components like minerals, organic matter, water, and air are vital for agriculture because they provide essential resources for plant growth and overall ecosystem health. These components support nutrient availability, water and air circulation, and a suitable environment for microorganisms, all crucial for crop production and soil fertility. The future of sustainable agriculture is inextricably linked to the health of soils. As we move forward, it is imperative that we continue to foster an integrated approach that combines scientific innovation with traditional wisdom, policy support with grassroots action, and global perspectives with local solutions. We may ensure that soils remain a resilient foundation for food security, environmental sustainability, and the well-being of future generations. This paper would explore the importance of different soil components in sustainable agriculture development of Rajasthan.
Cite this article:
Priyanka Kumari, Jasvinder Kaur. Sustainable Agriculture in Rajasthan – Importance of Soil Components. Asian Journal of Research in Chemistry.2025; 18(3):163-6. doi: 10.52711/0974-4150.2025.00026
Cite(Electronic):
Priyanka Kumari, Jasvinder Kaur. Sustainable Agriculture in Rajasthan – Importance of Soil Components. Asian Journal of Research in Chemistry.2025; 18(3):163-6. doi: 10.52711/0974-4150.2025.00026 Available on: https://ajrconline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-18-3-8
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